Outcome of prolonged QRS interval in dilated cardiomyopathy: role of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators on mortality

Conclusions: Prolonged QRS interval is significantly associated with a higher rate of mortality. However, we believe that cardiac pacing with an ICD in such patients can significantly improve outcomes.

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Source: Therapeutic Advances in Cardiovascular Disease - March 3, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Shuaib, W., Shahid, H., Khan, M. S., Alweis, R., Sanchez, L. R. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research